Robbery suspect escapes in Coatesville

COATESVILLE — A robbery suspect escaped Monday night after a brief struggle with a patrol officer, according to the Coatesville Police Department.

Police said officers received reports of an armed robbery about 7:35 p.m. in the 600 block of Merchant Street. The victim told police he was taking out his trash when he was approached by two men, one of whom was armed with a handgun, and they robbed him of his wallet.

Investigators obtained a general description of the suspects, and a short time later a patrol officer attempted to stop a suspect who fit the description. After a brief struggle, the suspect escaped, but not before he dropped a loaded firearm and narcotics, police said.

Both incidents are under investigation.

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Investigators ask anyone with information about the incident to call Coatesville police at 610-384-2300.